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What Causes Drainage From Tooth Extraction Site?
three weeks ago I had a bad headache, blurred vision and some numbness on l side of face. I went to the ER and they did a CT and bloodwork. I was told all was ok and they sent me home with ERY 333 in case there was an underlying infection of some sort. They did mention a small amount of fluid on L eardrum. I went ahead and followed up with an eye dr and dentist. The eye doctor did the exam and dialated my eyes. He was concerned about Giant cell arteritis and wanted the results of my bloodwork. I had to go back and have that particular blood test drawn. The number was a 10 and not 50 or more so he ruled that out. I then went to my dentist and the xrays showed a possible abcessed root. Second to last molar on the L side. Because it was such a big filling he went ahead and pulled it. I was then tols to continue my antibiotics and he prescribed more. I still have a on again off again headache, never any fever. Tooth area feels beter today is two weeks, although looks like it is still draining a bit. I was out and about today and my husband said that my was was all red. I looked in the mirror and it was all red and bloodshot looking. Then after about an hour it was normal again. I am starting to get a bit stressed wondering what is going on. I finished my last antibiotic tab today also.
Thu, 24 Jul 2014
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i have read your query.Although having a tooth pulled is usually very safe, the procedure can allow harmful bacteria into the bloodstream. Gum tissue is also at risk of infection. If you have a condition that puts you at high risk for developing a severe infection, you may need to take antibiotics before and after the extraction.
It is normal to feel some pain after the anesthesia wears off. For 24 hours after having a tooth pulled, you should also expect some swelling and residual bleeding. However, if either bleeding or pain is still severe more than four hours after your tooth is pulled, you should call your dentist.
in your case i think tooth socket is healing. it ll take around 4 weeks to heal completely but if you feel that its still draining you should consult a dentist.
hope this ans helps
Regards
Dr. Shesh
i have read your query.Although having a tooth pulled is usually very safe, the procedure can allow harmful bacteria into the bloodstream. Gum tissue is also at risk of infection. If you have a condition that puts you at high risk for developing a severe infection, you may need to take antibiotics before and after the extraction.
It is normal to feel some pain after the anesthesia wears off. For 24 hours after having a tooth pulled, you should also expect some swelling and residual bleeding. However, if either bleeding or pain is still severe more than four hours after your tooth is pulled, you should call your dentist.
in your case i think tooth socket is healing. it ll take around 4 weeks to heal completely but if you feel that its still draining you should consult a dentist.
hope this ans helps
Regards
Dr. Shesh
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